2 c. sugar
1 c. buttermilk
2 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
2 1/2 c. pecans, halved or lg. pieces

In a large, heavy saucepan combine sugar, soda, buttermilk and salt. Cook over high heat 5 minutes (or to 210 degrees on candy thermometer). Stir frequently and continue scraping bottom and sides of saucepan until candy reaches 350 degrees about 5 minutes.

Remove from heat. Cool slightly. Beat until thick and creamy. Quickly drop from spoon onto waxed paper. Let cool. Makes 18-20 (2 inch) pralines.